Gear Guide: Defensive PvP

There are many different sets of gear best used to hunker down in defense. Some are available in all Realms, although newer Realms may only have a selection. In the guide below, we will drill down into the specific boosts and benefits offered by each gear set by piece type for comparison, helping you to choose the best Defensive Gear for you.

Keep in mind, it can be a good idea to mix and match pieces from other sets (such as an offensive weapon for more attack), which we will discuss in depth further on.

Helmets

wdt_ID	Gear Piece	Minimum Hero Level	Max Troop Armor Bonus	Max Troop HP Bonus	Max City Defense HP Bonus	Max Merc Troop Attack Bonus	Max Merc Troop Armor Bonus
1	Sentinel's Watch	30	249%	0%	0%	0%	0%
2	Gunslinger's Hat	10	48%	25%	0%	0%	0%
3	Undertaker's Hood	1	0%	0%	115%	0%	0%
4	Guardian's Crest	1	761%	0%	0%	0%	0%
5	Mercenary Commander's Coif	1	0%	0%	0%	79%	171%
6	Genbu Kabuto	1	0%	0%	0%	0%	650%

Armor

wdt_ID	Gear Piece	Min Hero Level	Max Troop Armor Bonus	Max Troop HP Bonus	Max Merc Guardian HP Bonus	Max City Def HP Bonus	Max Merc Troop HP Bonus	Max Merc Troop Armor Bonus
1	Sentinel's Plate	30	207%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%
2	Zephyr Cape	29	0%	35%	0%	0%	0%	0%
3	Gunslinger's Coat	10	90%	31%	0%	0%	0%	0%
4	Tunic	2	54%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%
5	Guardian's Fortress	1	602%	0%	185%	0%	0%	0%
6	Undertaker's Customs	1	0%	0%	0%	189%	0%	0%
7	Merc Commander's Cowl	1	0%	0%	0%	0%	49%	479%

Footwear

wdt_ID	Gear Piece	Min Hero Level	Max Troop Armor Bonus	Max Troop HP Bonus	Max City Def HP Bonus	Max Merc Troop HP Bonus
1	Sentinel's Greaves	30	168%	0%	0%	0%
2	Gunslinger's Boots	10	38	8%	0%	0%
3	Magitek Alpha Stompers	1	0%	200%	0%	0%
4	Guardian's Greaves	1	565%	0%	0%	0%
5	Undertaker's Boots	1	0%	0%	86%	0%
6	Mercenary Commander's Treads	1	0%	0%	0%	174%

Weapons

In this section, we also include gear pieces that have strong attack stats, as the weapon slot is one of the best options to add attack to your defense. Attack is very important in helping to kill the incoming march. That being said, attack can be added in other gear pieces as well, so if you have enough defense, or need more attack, explore your forge for pieces that will serve your needs.

wdt_ID	Gear Piece	Min Hero Level	Max Troop Armor Bonus	Max Troop Attack Bonus	Max Troop HP Bonus	Max Merc Guardian Attack Bonus	Max Merc Troop Attack Bonus	City Defense HP Bonus
1	Glacian's Seraphim Rod	50	0%	469%	0%	0%	0%	0%
2	Arbiter's Judgement	40	0%	113%	0%	0%	0%	0%
3	Sentinel's Auto Crossbow	30	73%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%
4	Archeaen's Crusher	1	0%	727%	0%	0%	0%	0%
5	Hyperion	1	0%	487%	0%	0%	0%	0%
6	Guardian's Ripper	1	0%	0%	123%	500%	0%	0%
7	Mercenary Commander's Bribe	1	0%	0%	0%	0%	525%	0%
8	Trident of the Oracle	1	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	692%
9	Vigilantes	1	0%	759%	0%	0%	0%	0%
10	Alba Leonis Saber	1	0%	1,337%	0%	0%	0%	0%

Accessories

wdt_ID	Gear Piece	Min Hero Level	Max Troop Armor	Max Troop HP	Max Troop Attack	Max Merc Guard Armor	Max Attack Resistance	Max Merc Troop Attack	Max Merc Troop HP	Max City Def HP
1	Sentinel's Gauntlet	30	53%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%
2	Sentinel's Aegis	30	125%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%
3	Sentinel's Belt	30	27%	20%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%
4	Gunslinger's Gloves	10	0%	0%	24%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%
5	Magitek Alpha Gauntlet	1	0%	100%	60%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%
6	Guardian's Bulwark	1	0%	0%	0%	649%	40%	0%	0%	0%
7	Mercenary Commander's Band	1	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	77%	45%	0%
8	Undertaker's Momento	1	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	86%
9	Archaean's Gift	1	0%	0%	217%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%

Mix and Match

The set bonuses remain active whether you wear a complete set or not, so it is often most beneficial to mix and match pieces from different sets to achieve maximum coverage. For example, you may choose to use several Guardian pieces, add the Archaean Weapon, and throw in a couple Mercenary pieces if you have a large number of Mercs. Everyone’s account is different, so analyzing your strengths and weaknesses is really necessary for a strong defense.

Set Bonuses

Any full gear set you own receives its own set bonus through the Mythic Forge. Wearing the gear is not necessary; the bonus is intrinsic once you finish the set. Even lower-level gear sets will provide some form of set bonus, although the maximum is not achieved until all pieces of a set are Legendary quality.

This article has summarized the most popular Defensive gear items. However, everyone’s account is different with many different playstyles. What works for your Alliance-mate may not be the best fit for you. Take the time to familiarize yourself with your stats; identify your strengths and weaknesses. Then chose the gear that will keep you the safest (and catch the most heroes).